MKS2 Technologies

Principal Cyber Architect/Cyber Security Engineer - CURRENTLY ACTIVE TS/SCI CI POLY REQUIRED. Seeking a highly qualified Principal Cyber Architect/Cyber Security Engineer to join our Cyber Security Engineering team.. Utilize Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) ASD STIG and Risk Management Framework (RMF) for system authorization.. Active U.S. government Top Secret/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph.. Experience with DISA ASD STIG, RMF process, and artifact development leading to ATO.

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Principal Cyber Architect/Cyber Security Engineer - CURRENTLY ACTIVE TS/SCI CI POLY REQUIRED Seeking a highly qualified Principal Cyber Architect/Cyber Security Engineer to join our Cyber Security Engineering team. This position is integral to a dynamic, high-profile program based in Aurora, CO. The successful candidate will serve as a backup technical lead, supporting the development and management of cyber system/application architecture. Responsibilities include providing guidance to program-level software/hardware architects and acting as a direct interface during critical reviews, briefings, and technical exchanges. Collaboration with customers and various engineering disciplines is essential to ensure alignment with program needs.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist in developing and managing cyber system/application architecture.</li><li>Provide guidance to program-level software/hardware architects.</li><li>Act as a direct interface during reviews, briefings, and technical exchanges.</li><li>Collaborate with customers and engineering disciplines to meet program needs.</li><li>Analyze issues affecting systems from an Information Assurance perspective.</li><li>Advocate for secure coding standards and implementation to meet Information Assurance requirements.</li><li>Utilize Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) ASD STIG and Risk Management Framework (RMF) for system authorization.</li><li>Convince leadership of proposed solutions' mission and security benefits.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 10+ years of relevant engineering experience; or equivalent experience of 18+ years.</li><li>Active U.S. government Top Secret/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph.</li><li>Security Certification in accordance with DoD 8570.01 IAT-II/IAM-II (e.g., Security+ CE, CASP, CISSP).</li><li>Experience with DISA ASD STIG, RMF process, and artifact development leading to ATO.</li><li>Strong communication and collaboration skills across all organizational levels.</li><li>Ability to analyze and solve complex technical issues.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Experience with cyber security engineering projects for U.S. Government clients.</li><li>Familiarity with vulnerability assessment tools such as ACAS and DISA STIGs.</li><li>Ability to create and communicate architectural vision and execution plans.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.</li></ul>Location: Aurora, CO, USARate: $155,000 - $175,000 with benefits - negotiable based on experienceContract Duration: continuous through 5/21/2026This position offers a challenging opportunity to contribute to critical national security initiatives within a collaborative team environment. If you are a proactive and security-conscious professional with a passion for cyber architecture and engineering, we encourage you to apply.

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